Walking workouts are currently trending on Tiktok, with the #walkingworkout hashtag racking up 49.2 million views on the app and counting. Wondering what exactly constitutes a walking workout and why exactly they're so great for your mental and physical health? Well, you're in the right place.
We've quizzed three fitness experts who confirm that while the benefits of walking are countless - think improved cardiovascular fitness, muscle tone, mental clarity and more - actually structuring your walks into workouts can reap all these benefits and more. Research has shown that as little as 30 minutes a day promises to boost your wellbeing, not to mention the fact that it's one of the simplest workouts you can do, achievable for any fitness level. Just whack on a pair of trainers and you're good to go.
